The mystery of Nikola Tesla’s disappearance takes a thrilling turn in Maelström Legacy: The Tesla Mystery, a new steampunk point-and-click adventure by indie developer Wistfulware and publisher 2P Games. The free demo is now live on Steam, giving players an early chance to explore its intricate world ahead of the game’s participation in the upcoming Steam Next Fest.
A Steampunk Paris Awaits
Set in a gorgeously crafted alternate version of Paris, Maelström Legacy: The Tesla Mystery invites players to step into the shoes of Hayao Maelström, a young detective determined to uncover the truth behind Tesla’s mysterious vanishing during a live experiment. Accompanied by his loyal dog Alpina, Hayao must navigate a city filled with strange inventions, cunning conspiracies, and eccentric personalities.
The game’s atmospheric design perfectly captures the beauty and grit of steampunk Paris, blending stunning hand-drawn environments with a deep, narrative-driven mystery.
Classic Adventure with Modern Twists
Drawing inspiration from classic adventure titles, Maelström Legacy combines traditional point-and-click mechanics with innovative features designed to challenge players’ logic and intuition.
Key highlights include:
- Explore a detailed steampunk Paris filled with secrets, inventions, and intrigue.
- Solve challenging puzzles using deduction, reasoning, and exploration.
- Engage in “Logic Battles” — unique dialogue confrontations where players expose lies and inconsistencies.
- Unravel Tesla’s disappearance, blending elements of science, history, and fantasy.
- Play in multiple languages including English, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, and Chinese. (German and Portuguese localizations are planned for future updates.)
Every interaction and puzzle uncovers another layer of the mystery, encouraging players to think critically and observe keenly as the story unfolds.
Play the Demo for Free Now
The Maelström Legacy: The Tesla Mystery demo is available now on Steam, letting players get an early taste of its immersive storytelling and mechanical intrigue before the full release. The demo features early chapters of the investigation, showcasing both the narrative depth and the inventive gameplay systems that make it stand out among modern adventure games.
Fans of steampunk worlds, detective mysteries, and narrative-driven adventures won’t want to miss this one.
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